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Lymphedema

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What is Lymphedema?

Lymphedema occurs when lymph is not able to flow through the body the way that it should. Possible signs of lymphedema include swelling of the arms or legs. Cancer and its treatment are risk factors for lymphedema. Tests that examine the lymph system are used to diagnose lymphedema

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  • Swelling of part or all of the arm or leg, including fingers or toes.
  • A feeling of heaviness or tightness.
  • Restricted range of motion.
  • Recurring infections.
  • Hardening and thickening of the skin (fibrosis).
  • Cellulitis: often recurrent
  • Lymphangitis
  • Superficial bacterial and fungal infections
  • Lymphangio-adenitis
  • Deep vein thrombosis (DVT)
  • Severe functional impairment
  • Psychosocial dysfunction
  • Cosmetic embarrassment
  • Surgery for cancer: Treatment for cancer can involve surgery to remove sections of the lymphatic system
  • Radiotherapy
  • Infections
  • Inflammation
  • Venous diseases
  • Obesity
  • Trauma and injury
  • Immobility
  • Eating A Healthy, Balanced Diet
  • Maintaining A Healthy Weight – Use The BMI Healthy Weight Calculator To Work Out Whether You're A Healthy Weight For Your Height
  • Exercising Regularly
  • Older age
  • Excess weight or obesity
  • Rheumatoid or psoriatic arthritis

How is it diagnosed?

How is it diagnosed?
  • Exercise: Exercise helps to restore flexibility and strength, and it improves drainage
  • Bandage: Wearing a customized compression sleeve or elastic bandage may help to prevent an accumulation of fluid
  • Arm pump
  • Diet
  • Keep the arm raised
  • Infection Prevention
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How is it treated?

Treatment for acute myeloid leukemia is vital. It varies with the patient and stage of the disease. Treatment options include

  • Lymph node transplant: Lymph nodes are taken from a different area of the body and then attached to the network of lymph vessels in the affected limb
  • New drainage paths
  • Removal of fibrous tissue
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